DENVER FOOD RESCUE

3840 North York Court, Denver, Colorado 80216
Enhanced Volunteer Enhanced Volunteer

OUR MISSION

We increase health equity with Denver neighborhoods by rescuing high-quality, fresh produce and perishable foods that would otherwise be thrown away by grocery stores, farmers’ markets, and produce distributors. With the help of our amazing volunteers, the food we rescue is delivered (often biked!) to Denver neighborhoods for direct distribution at No Cost Grocery Programs (NCGPs). NCGPs are co-created with existing community organizations like schools, recreation centers, and nonprofits that are already established and trusted within the neighborhood, decreasing transportation barriers. Residents of the NCGP community lead the distribution of rescued food; many also help with food rescue shifts. This participation decreases the stigma of traditional food pantries, empowering each neighborhood to create a program that is appropriate for their culture & community.